Some data show that in late pregnancy, about 40% of mothers-to-be will have lower limb edema, mainly manifested as tight and shiny skin, reduced elasticity, and local indentation will occur when the inner side of the ankle or the front of the calf tibia is conveniently pressed with fingers. On the one hand, this is due to the retention of water and salt in the body caused by endocrine changes during pregnancy; on the other hand, the enlarged uterus compresses the pelvis and lower vena cava during pregnancy, which hinders blood return and increases venous pressure, especially in the lower extremities, so edema often occurs in the distal part of the lower extremities, mainly in the feet and lower legs, and is more obvious in pregnant women who stand for a long time. When lower limb edema occurs during pregnancy, in addition to relief by sleeping and sitting posture adjustment and appropriate exercise and massage, appropriate dietary adjustment also has a certain effect on edema. High protein diet Pregnant women with edema, especially those with edema caused by malnutrition, should consume high-quality protein every day, such as meat, fish, seafood, shellfish, eggs, milk and milk products, and soy products (such as soy milk, tofu, dried beans, vegetarian chicken, bean bread and dried shreds). Pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia should also pay attention to eating animal liver 2~3 times a week to replenish iron. Adequate amount of vegetables and fruits Don’t forget to eat vegetables and fruits every day. Vegetables and fruits contain many essential vitamins and trace elements that can improve body resistance, promote metabolism, and detoxify and diuretic effects. Eat no less than 500 grams of vegetables a day. Eat less food that is difficult to digest and easy to inflate Such as fried glutinous rice cake, white potatoes, onions, potatoes, etc., it is advisable to eat less or not, so as not to cause abdominal distension, make the blood flow back poorly and aggravate edema. Control the intake of water For pregnant women with more serious edema, the intake of water should be properly controlled. Don’t eat salty food Eat light food and don’t eat salty food when you have edema, and pay special attention not to eat salty dishes to prevent edema from getting worse. Recommend a few dishes to relieve edema The following dishes are effective in relieving lower limb edema during pregnancy, and pregnant women may want to eat them in different ways. Red bean and carp soup: 90 grams of red bean, 1 carp (250 grams), add water and boil the ingredients and serve. Steamed sand carp: 4 grams of sand, 3 grams of licorice, put them into the belly of the carp, add seasoning and steam them until they are cooked. Carp soup with winter melon: 500g of winter melon with skin, 1 carp (500g), add water and boil it together, add a little salt. Eat fish and drink soup. Yellow croaker soup: 150g yellow croaker, 30g garlic. Cut the yellow croaker into pieces, slice the garlic and add water to cook together. Stir-fried cauliflower cucumber: 15 grams of cauliflower, cucumber 150 grams, 12 grams of raw oil. Cauliflower and cucumber washed and cut into sections, stir-fried with 90% hot oil is ready. 【Note】People with mild symptoms of edema during pregnancy do not necessarily need medication, but if severe edema occurs, you should go to the hospital promptly.